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Newsweek
01-07-2025
- Automotive
- Newsweek
Vin Diesel Vows To Bring Back LA Street Racing in Fast and Furious Finale
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. In what could come as a pleasant surprise to racing fans and petrolheads, Hollywood star Vin Diesel has confirmed that the Fast and Furious finale will hit theaters in April 2027, delivering three fan-requested elements, including the long-awaited return of street racing to the streets of Los Angeles. Diesel has been synonymous with Fast and Furious, given his role as Dominic Toretto in the series that began as a street racing movie in 2001. Another popular and much-loved face of Fast and Furious alongside Diesel was Paul Walker, who passed away in a tragic car accident in 2013. Now, Diesel has confirmed that Fast and Furious will end the long journey classically by satisfying the three wishes that fans made. While the first two are the return to Los Angeles and the revival of street racing, the last one was most surprising. Vin Diesel attends the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on March 02, 2025 in Beverly Hills, California. Vin Diesel attends the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on March 02, 2025 in Beverly Hills, California. Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic Speaking at 'FuelFest,' a car culture festival co-founded by Walker's brother, Cody, Diesel spoke to a large audience and opened up on the conditions he put to Universal Studios to produce the final chapter of Fast and Furious. He said: "It's been a long journey. As you all know, we have been working very hard to bring you the finale. "This culture, our franchise, is only made possible because of the love that you all have for this culture called the car culture. So I just wanted to say — first, let me just say I'm so proud of Tyrese and Cody for what they've been doing here at Fuel Fest. Give it up for them, please. "Just yesterday I was with Universal Studios — does anyone know Universal Studios? The studio said to me, 'Vin, can we please have the finale of Fast and Furious April 2027?' "I said, 'Under three conditions — under three conditions. Because I've been listening to my fan base. I have been listening to all of you who have been asking for three things. "The first is to bring the franchise back to LA. Fast and Furious is coming back to LA! "The second thing was to return to the car culture — to the street racing. "Oh, this is good. You want to know what the third thing was? Does anybody want to know what the third thing was? "The third third thing was reuniting Dom and Brian O'Connor. That is what you're going to get in the finale. "Love you." Walker passed away while filming for Fast and Furious 7. The remainder of his role was completed with the help of CGI and his brothers Cody and Caleb. Similar techniques could likely be used for Fast and Furious 11.
Toronto Sun
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Toronto Sun
Katy Perry, Orlando Bloom break off engagement, split after nine years
Their daughter, Daisy Dove, was born in August 2020 Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom attend the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on March 2, 2025 in Beverly Hills. Photo by Neilson Barnard / Getty Images Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom are in Splitsville. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account The 'Dark Horse' singer and the Hollywood leading man have ended their nine-year relationship after calling off their engagement, according to People. Orlando, 48, and Perry, 40, first met at an after-party following the 2016 Golden Globes where they battled over an In-N-Out hamburger. During an episode of American Idol in 2019, show judge Perry said her security guard had grabbed 10 burgers when Bloom swooped in to steal one of his own. 'He wasn't even sitting at our table — he just swoops in and he grabs it and I was like, 'Hey, that's my burger!'' Bloom and Perry officially become a couple later that year, but broke up in February 2017, remaining friends. However, a year later, the two started spending more time together. The singer told talk show host Jimmy Kimmel that Bloom got down on one knee and proposed on Valentine's Day 2019. The couple announced Perry's pregnancy in her music video for the song 'Never Worn White.' Their daughter, Daisy Dove, was born in August 2020. News of the couple's split was first reported by TMZ, noting that Bloom will be attending the wedding of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez as a solo act. The news outlet also had reported that trouble was brewing in the relationship as Perry embarked on a concert world tour. Toronto Raptors CFL Canada Celebrity Sunshine Girls
Newsweek
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Elon Musk Hits Back at Bill Maher Over Drugs Claim
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Elon Musk fired back at Bill Maher over a claim he made about the Tesla CEO using drugs. Newsweek reached out to Musk's representative via email for comment on Monday. The Context Musk is the richest person in the world with a current net worth of $413 billion, per Forbes. The SpaceX founder—who purchased Twitter in 2022 and changed its name to X in 2023—has two degrees from the University of Pennsylvania: a Bachelor of Science in economics and Bachelor of Arts in physics. The former head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) made headlines recently following his social media messages directed at President Donald Trump. Their friendship turned sour over the administration's One Big Beautiful Bill, which includes tax cuts and an increase to the national debt ceiling. Elon Musk arrives for a town hall wearing a cheesehead hat at the KI Convention Center on March 30, 2025 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. In the inset image, Bill Maher attends the 2025 Vanity Fair... Elon Musk arrives for a town hall wearing a cheesehead hat at the KI Convention Center on March 30, 2025 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. In the inset image, Bill Maher attends the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party in Beverly Hills, California, on March 2, 2025. More; Stefanie Keenan/VF25/WireImage for Vanity Fair What To Know On Friday's episode of Real Time With Bill Maher, the host spoke about Musk for over six minutes. When Maher alleged Musk had "developed a drug habit," the 53-year-old spoke out. "Bill Maher says Elon Musk developed a drug habit," X account @cb_doge captioned a segment of the HBO show. "This is mass propaganda trying to damage his image, just like they tried in February last year. They failed then, and they'll fail again. Shame on them." In response, Musk wrote: "I'm not on drugs ffs [for f***'s sake]." I'm not on drugs ffs 🤦♂️ — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) June 14, 2025 In the video, Maher said Musk is an "engineering genius who figured out how to do more vital, life-shaping things than anyone since [Thomas] Edison." He added of Musk's relationship with Trump: "I get it. You were hurt in your previous relationship with the left, so you threw yourself into a bad rebound." "We've all been there, man. I just want you to look at everything you developed before Trump. The electric car, the reusable rockets, the brain chips—and then look what you developed after Trump: a drug habit," Maher continued, while referencing a Daily Beast article titled: "Insiders Spill on Elon Musk's Frenzied Drug Use." In May, The New York Times reported the South Africa native had used drugs "intensely" during the 2024 presidential election, and that it went "well beyond occasional use." Last week, Trump was asked if Musk "had drugs here at the White House," to which Trump responded: "I really don't know. I don't think so. I hope not." What People Are Saying The segment about Musk on Real Time with Bill Maher was shared to the show's YouTube channel, where many pushed back on Maher's comment that he is an "engineering genius." YouTube user @Caramelle58 wrote: "Engineering genius? Doesn't he have a bachelor in economics and a bachelor in physics? Don't think that makes him an outstanding engineer, but he certainly had good instincts in finding the right projects to invest in, the real geniuses need people like him." @rksherman1 said: "I cringe when I hear Elon Musk referred to as an "Engineer" rather than a wealthy investor who has some comprehension of science who has invested in the right things at the right time. Maybe he could be considered a visionary who had the money to put together the teams that engineered his products, but don't call him an engineer." @ScottHarper-u4r shared: "He doesn't have a degree in engineering." Others, meanwhile, defended Musk: @jacquelineiona1996 posted: "What Bill is saying is why I didn't give up on Elon Musk! I still think he is a genius at engineering." @sardonicspartan9343 added: "I support Elon and DOGE." @OldToby33 chimed in: "Love him or hate him, but you can't say Elon isn't a visionary and a genius." What Happens Next Real Time with Bill Maher airs Fridays on HBO at 10 p.m. ET.
Newsweek
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Scream Queen Mia Goth Cast in 'Star Wars' Sequel
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors You may know her best as a scream queen from movies like "X" and "Pearl", but now Mia Goth is graduating to a galaxy far, far away. Variety reports that the "MaXXXine" star has signed on to join Ryan Gosling in the upcoming "Star Wars: Starfighter". Read More: 'Predator: Killer of Killers' Is Now Available to Watch - Here's How to Stream No details yet have been released about Goth's role in the film, though presumably it's the same part that Oscar winner Mikey Madison reportedly turned down in April. Reports emerged about the "Anora" star saying no to "Starfighter" just before the kick-off of Star Wars Celebration. Mia Goth attends the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on March 02, 2025 in Beverly Hills, California. Mia Goth attends the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on March 02, 2025 in Beverly Hills, California. Dia Dipasupil/FilmMagic Very little overall is known about "Star Wars: Starfighter". Shawn Levy of "Deadpool & Wolverine" fame is directing from a script by Jonathan Tropper, who previously worked with Levy on "The Adam Project" and "This Is Where I Leave You". "Starfighter" is set roughly five years after the events of "Star Wars: Episode IX - The Rise of Skywalker" and is a standalone film disconnected from the larger Skywalker Saga. "Star Wars: Starfighter" is scheduled to hit theaters May 28, 2027. Originally, this would've placed its bowing pretty close to another big Disney film, "Avengers: Secret Wars", but the latter event film has since been delayed to December 17, 2027. "Starfighter" is part of Disney's attempt to once more capitalize on "Star Wars" at the box office. The franchise hasn't released a feature since 2019 and numerous projects have been reported to have stalled along the way. Next for Star Wars in theaters is "The Mandalorian & Grogu", which is set for release May 22, 2026. The film will continue the adventures of the heroes introduced in Disney+'s "The Mandalorian". Among other projects is Daisy Ridley's return as Rey in a film set 15 years after "The Rise of Skywalker", and James Mangold's ambitious "Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi". Goth won't be sitting on her hands waiting for "Star Wars" to come around, of course. Fans can next see her this November in Guillermo del Toro's "Frankenstein". Goth plays Elizabeth in the Netflix original, the fiancée of Victor Frankenstein (Oscar Isaac). Goth is also starring in Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" in an as-of-yet undisclosed role. She is rumored to be playing the powerful witch Circe, but this has not been confirmed. More Movies: Jonas Brother Cast as Paul Stanley of KISS in New Biopic Original 'Harry Potter' Actor to Join Hit 'Cursed Child' Broadway Play
Newsweek
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Bill Maher Finds Common Ground With Donald Trump: 'Kernel of a Good Idea'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Comedian Bill Maher touted some common ground with President Donald Trump during his Friday evening TV show, saying the White House's targeting of Harvard University is a "kernel of a good idea." Maher described the elite Ivy League institution as an "a**hole factory," and said he'd long been critical of the university. Newsweek has reached out to Harvard and the White House via email for comment on Saturday morning. Why It Matters Maher has been a consistent Trump critic, routinely mocking the president for years on his HBO show Real Time with Bill Maher. At the same time, while the comedian continues to identify as a Democrat, he often criticizes the "woke" views of many in his political party. He also regularly invites Republicans on his show, and in late March had dinner with Trump at the White House. After the meeting, Maher spoke favorably of the president's personal interactions with him, sparking criticism from many liberal critics. Trump's recent actions against Harvard have drawn backlash from Democrats and other critics. However, Maher has suggested some agreement with the president on the issue. What to Know During his Friday evening show, Maher hosted CNN anchor Jake Tapper and Representative Seth Moulton, a Massachusetts Democrat, on his panel. During the discussion, the comedian brought up the Trump administration's actions against Harvard. "The Harvard situation. Trump has declared full scale war on Harvard. And like so many things he does, there's a kernel of a good idea there. I mean, I've been s****ing on Harvard long before he was," Maher said. Tapper jumped in, quipping, "Well, you went to Cornell [University], so I mean...." "That's not why," Maher responded, with the exchange drawing laughter from the audience and the comedian. "No, it's because Harvard is an a**hole factory in a lot of ways, that produces smirking f*** faces." He then asked Moulton, "Are you from Harvard?" To which Tapper pointed out that the Democratic congressman has "three degrees from Harvard." "Present company accepted," Maher quickly added. Bill Maher attends the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on March 2 in Beverly Hills, California. Inset: President Donald Trump is seen at the Memorial Amphitheatre in... Bill Maher attends the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on March 2 in Beverly Hills, California. Inset: President Donald Trump is seen at the Memorial Amphitheatre in Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia, on May 26. More Dia Dipasupil/FilmMagic/Saul Loeb/AFP/Getty Images How Trump Is Going After Harvard The dispute between Trump and Harvard University began earlier this year when his administration accused Harvard of failing to adequately address antisemitism on its campus, citing "pro-terrorist conduct" at protests. The administration responded by freezing more than $2 billion in federal research grants to Harvard in April and has since attempted to terminate the university's ability to enroll international students through the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP). The State Department is now also investigating the B-1 (business visas) and B-2 (tourist visas) associated with Harvard University, according to Fox News. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) made moves to eliminate Harvard's student visa program, saying the university had refused to comply with a request to provide behavioral records of student visa holders. Trump, meanwhile, has demanded the names and countries of origin of all international students, saying that federal support entitled the government to such information. He wrote on Truth Social last Sunday: "We want to know who those foreign students are, a reasonable request since we give Harvard BILLIONS OF DOLLARS." Harvard insists it has complied with government requests, "despite the unprecedented nature and scope of the demand." On Thursday, U.S. District Judge Allison Burroughs stepped in and issued a preliminary injunction, which stopped the Trump administration from revoking the school's SEVP certification without first following the legally mandated procedures. What People Are Saying President Donald Trump to reporters on Wednesday: "Harvard's got to behave themselves. Harvard is treating our country with great disrespect. And all they're doing is getting in deeper and deeper and got to behave themselves, you know. I'm for the for Harvard. I want Harvard to do well. I want Harvard to be great again, probably, because how could it be great? How could it great." Harvard President Alan M. Garber in a statement after a court win this week: "This is a critical step to protect the rights and opportunities of our international students and scholars, who are vital to the University's mission and community. Many among us are likely to have additional concerns and questions. Important updates and guidance will continue to be provided by the Harvard International Office as they become available." Senator John Kennedy, a Louisiana Republican, on X, formerly Twitter, on Friday: "Harvard's attitude is, 'We can do what we want, and we have a constitutional right to your money.' I think they're wrong, and I think they're going to find out how wrong they are." Fox News contributor Jessica Tarlov, a Democrat, wrote on X on Thursday in response to attacks on Harvard: "When you deport young people and cancel the visas of their friends, you become public enemy number one very quickly." Representative Seth Moulton wrote on X on Wednesday: "Trump's sad obsession with schools he doesn't like continues. These policies will mean that we are less competitive, less credible, and less innovative in the future. Nobody wins." What Happens Next? The Trump administration's actions targeting Harvard continue to be litigated in the courts.
